Welcome

Pre-K Through 8th Grade: Growing in love of God and others.

Our History

Founded in 1938, St. Catharine of Siena School has been educating the whole child for over 75 years. In addition to a rigorous curriculum, the children have the opportunity to learn about the Catholic faith in a caring, supportive environment. Children attend weekly Mass, observe Holy Days, and prepare for the Sacraments.

Admissions

St. Catharine of Siena has an Open Admission policy. Students are welcome to enroll at any time throughout the year. The age requirement for Kindergarten is age 5 by October 15th.

St. Catharine of Siena admits students of any religion, race, color, national or ethnic origin, to all of the rights, privileges, programs and activites generally accorded or made available to its students.

Academics

St. Catharine of Siena is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and adheres to Diocesan curriculum guidelines. Not only are the children educated within the walls of our school, they are able to participate in many county, state, and national programs and contests:

Pennsylvania Math League

Math Counts

IHM Math Contest

Berks County Science Fair

Berks County Spelling Bee

National Geographic GeoBee

Johns Hopkins Talent Search

Any Many More!

Athletics Activities

Students have the opportunity to participate in the St. Catharine of Siena Parish CYO which aims to foster Christian camraderie. We offer:

Basketball

Football

Volleyball

Cheerleading

Kitchen Kapers

Band

Siena Singers/Ringers

And more!!

Pre-Kindergarten

St. Catharine’s Pre-Kindergarten (four-year old program) is located in the school building. Three options are offered: five days full-day, three full-days (M, W, F), or three half-days (M, W, F). The hours are: 8:30 – noon for half-day and 8:30 – 2:30 for full-day. Children can also use the before and after care program if needed. If you are looking for a pre-kindergarten program for your child for the current academic year, call the school office for more information. (610-779-5810)

After School Care

St. Catharine of Siena offers an after care program from 3:00PM – 6:00PM providing a safe and caring environment for your children. A snack is provided as well as the opportunity to work on homework. Please contact the office for additional details. (610)779-5810.

Faculty

The Faculty at St. Catharine of Siena consists of a dedicated community of teachers, who are degreed professionals with Pennsylvania State Certification. All of our teachers participate in continuing education and in-service programs on a regular basis. Our staff, faculty and volunteers at St. Catharine of Siena have been trained in “Protecting God’s Children” and have had thorough background checks.

Facilities

Our main building has 16 classrooms for Pre-K through 8th grade as well as the school office, library, computer lab, guidance office, health room and cafeteria. Sullivan Hall, adjacent to the main building, houses our gymnasium / auditorium as well as our encore classes such as art and music.

Our Mission

St. Catharine of Siena is a faith community whose primary mission is to teach the gospel message. Creating a nuturing, Christ-Centered environment entails profound reverence for God, self and others. This commitment is reflected daily as we recite the school pledge:

I believe that Jesus is present in each of my classmates and in all of my teachers, therefore, all of my actions will show my respect for Jesus.